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1918-02-07 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Feb 1918

1918-02-07 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on February 7, 1918.


The War Of The Unborn: Eugenics, Sex Hygiene, And Children's Welfare A Patriotic Duty, A State Responsibility, And An Urgent Measure Of Preparedness, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Feb 1918

The War Of The Unborn: Eugenics, Sex Hygiene, And Children's Welfare A Patriotic Duty, A State Responsibility, And An Urgent Measure Of Preparedness, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of an essay written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson. Within, Wilson sets up an argument for the creation of a pamphlet to educate the public about eugenics, sex hygiene, and children's welfare for the benefit of the nation.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Medill Mccormick, January 28, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Medill Mccormick, January 28, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Medill McCormick, dated January 28, 1918. Within, Wilson congratulates McCormick on his testimony and provides his opinion on an amendment that should be added to the Chamberlain Bill.


Letter From Attorney General Langer To Salvation Army Ensign Marshall Regarding Oscar Lindstrom, January 25, 1918, William Langer Jan 1918

Letter From Attorney General Langer To Salvation Army Ensign Marshall Regarding Oscar Lindstrom, January 25, 1918, William Langer

William Langer Papers

In this letter, dated January 25, from North Dakota (ND) Attorney General William Langer to Salvation Army Ensign Marshall, Langer responds to Marshall's Letter of January 23, 1918, regarding the case of ND state senator Oscar Lindstrom. Langer writes that Lindstrom was in Bismarck a few weeks before and they went over the case thoroughly. Langer writes that Lindstrom has secured a divorce and that Langer is satisfied that Lindstrom's wife was the one at fault.

See also:

File of Correspondence About the Oscar Lindstrom Case from 1916 and 1917

Letter from Salvation Army Ensign Marshall to Attorney General Langer …


1918-01-24 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Jan 1918

1918-01-24 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on January 24, 1918.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Solomon S. Menken, January 23, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Solomon S. Menken, January 23, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Solomon S. Menken, dated January 23, 1918. Within, Wilson writes about his proposed amendment to the Chamberlain Bill and his reasoning behind it.


Letter From William H. Zinsser To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 23, 1918, William H. Zinsser Jan 1918

Letter From William H. Zinsser To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 23, 1918, William H. Zinsser

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed letter from William Zinsser to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson dated January 23, 1918. Within, Zinsser writes of the aims of the Committee on Venereal Diseases and asks Wilson for assistance in developing interest in the topic amongst the Philadelphia press.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Theodore Roosevelt, January 23, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Theodore Roosevelt, January 23, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Theodore Roosevelt, dated January 23, 1918. Within, Wilson provides a proposed amendment to the Chamberlain Bill.


Letter From Salvation Army Ensign Marshall To Attorney General Langer Regarding Oscar Lindstrom's Planned Visit To Bismarck, January 23, 1918, Marshall Jan 1918

Letter From Salvation Army Ensign Marshall To Attorney General Langer Regarding Oscar Lindstrom's Planned Visit To Bismarck, January 23, 1918, Marshall

William Langer Papers

In this letter, dated January 23, 1918, from Salvation Army Ensign Marshall to North Dakota (ND) Attorney General William Langer, Marshall refers to the planned visit of ND state senator Oscar Lindstrom, and writes that he has been expecting Langer to call him to the meeting with Lindstrom since Langer's last letter on December 15, 1917. Marshall speculates that Langer must be busy and have good reason not to call. Marshall also writes that he would like to hear from Langer about the case as soon as convenient.

See also:

File of Correspondence About the Oscar Lindstrom Case from 1916 …


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John W. Weeks, January 22, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John W. Weeks, January 22, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to John W. Weeks, dated January 22, 1918. Within, Wilson writes to propose a draft amendment to the Chamberlain Bill in response to what he believes to be Woodrow Wilson acting against the national interest in the war.


1918-01-17 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Jan 1918

1918-01-17 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on January 17, 1918.


Letter From Edward M. House To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 10, 1918, Edward M. House Jan 1918

Letter From Edward M. House To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 10, 1918, Edward M. House

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Edward M. House to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated January 10, 1918. Within, House acknowledges Wilson's prior efforts to reach the President's Cabinet and promises to keep Wilson's offer for service in mind.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William H. Zinsser, January 10, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William H. Zinsser, January 10, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to William Zinsser, dated January 10, 1918. Within, Wilson writes to tell of his financial contribution to the Society for Social Hygiene and its venereal disease committee and offers his opinion on how he feels the society can do more for the country.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William F. Snow, January 10, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William F. Snow, January 10, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to William F. Snow, dated January 10, 1918. Within, Wilson asks for opinions on a drafted letter to William Zinsser and discusses his opinions on the need for collaboration between the Committee on Venereal Diseases, the Eugenics Record Office and the Society for Social Hygiene.


1918-01-10 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Jan 1918

1918-01-10 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on January 10, 1918.


Letter From Philander Knox To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Philander C. Knox Jan 1918

Letter From Philander Knox To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Philander C. Knox

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed letter from Philander Knox to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated January 9, 1918. Within, Knox acknowledges a prior letter from Wilson and offers words of encouragement for Wilson and his attempts to be of service to the war effort.


Letter From Robert Lansing To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Robert Lansing Jan 1918

Letter From Robert Lansing To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Robert Lansing

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed letter from Robert Lansing to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated January 9, 1918. Within, Lansing writes of his appreciation for Wilson's offer of service and informs him that he will be alerted should an opportunity arise.


Letter From Joseph P. Tumulty To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Joseph P. Tumulty Jan 1918

Letter From Joseph P. Tumulty To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 9, 1918, Joseph P. Tumulty

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed letter from Joseph P. Tumulty to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated January 9, 1918. Within, Tumulty writes to tell Wilson that the President has received his letter and is writing to the War Department on the matter of Wilson's offer of service.


Letter From Newton D. Baker To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 8, 1918, Newton D. Baker Jan 1918

Letter From Newton D. Baker To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, January 8, 1918, Newton D. Baker

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed letter from Newton D. Baker to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated January 8, 1918. Within, Baker writes in response to Wilson's renewed offer of service to the War Department.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Edward M. House, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Edward M. House, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Edward M. House, dated January 4, 1918. Within, Wilson asks House to look over some drafted letters he has written for the President and key members of his cabinet.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Woodrow Wilson, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Woodrow Wilson, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Woodrow Wilson, dated January 4, 1918. Within, Wilson reiterates his desire to be of service to the Administration during the war and expresses regret for the circumstances surrounding his resignation as Acting Secretary of State.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Robert Lansing, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Robert Lansing, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Robert Lansing, dated January 4, 1918. Within, Wilson offers his full service to the Administration should he be needed.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Newton D. Baker, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Newton D. Baker, January 4, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a letter by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Newton D. Baker, dated January 4, 1918. Within, Wilson reiterates his desire to serve the Administration should his services prove useful and writes of his qualifications.


1918-01-03 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Jan 1918

1918-01-03 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on January 3, 1918.


Letter From Philander Claxton To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, 1918, Philander P. Claxton Jan 1918

Letter From Philander Claxton To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, 1918, Philander P. Claxton

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

An undated typed letter from Philander Claxton to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson. Within, Claxton wishes for Wilson to provide criticism for his latest draft bill calling for Federal encouragement of physical education.


Draft Pamphlet On Social Hygiene, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1918

Draft Pamphlet On Social Hygiene, 1918, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A partially typed and handwritten draft outline for a proposed pamphlet on social hygiene, written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson and dating from circa 1918. Within, Wilson outlines the four main categories of eugenics, sex hygiene, children's welfare and education.


Draft Essay On Eugenics For A Social Hygiene Pamphlet, 1918, Charles B. Davenport Jan 1918

Draft Essay On Eugenics For A Social Hygiene Pamphlet, 1918, Charles B. Davenport

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed draft essay on eugenics by Charles B. Davenport, written for a proposed pamphlet on social hygiene, circa 1918. Within, Davenport advocates for careful selection of mating in the human population.


Panoramic Photograph Of 3rd Liberty Loan Parade, 27th Division U.S. Army, Spartanburg, S.C., 1918., W. J. Armstrong Jan 1918

Panoramic Photograph Of 3rd Liberty Loan Parade, 27th Division U.S. Army, Spartanburg, S.C., 1918., W. J. Armstrong

Local History

A panoramic photograph, taken from the Cleveland Hotel, captures downtown Spartanburg, S.C. in 1918, and in particular, the 3rd Liberty Loan parade, with the 27th Division of the U.S Army marching down Main Street. Numerous downtown landmarks are visible, including the towers of Wofford College, the spire of Central Methodist Church, Cleveland Law Range, the court house of the period, Andrews Building, Belk Hudson Building, the Daniel Morgan Statue and Morgan Square, the intersection of Main and Church Streets, the original City Hall and the Spartanburg Herald Journal Building.


1918-01-01 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.) Jan 1918

1918-01-01 Paintsville Herald, Paintsville Herald (Paintsville, Ky.)

Paintsville Herald Archive

Paintsville Herald published on January 1, 1918. Special issue - Industrial Review of the Big Sandy Valley.